TEK Systems

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Overview About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. Role DescriptionTEKsystems is currently recruiting a Senior Marketing Strategist, External Communications and Public Relations to lead and execute integrated external communications that strengthen brand reputation, visibility and credibility. This position is responsible for overseeing PR efforts and PR agency management, while also supporting brand communications, executive and thought leadership strategies, and social media activities in line with company objectives. The ideal candidate brings senior-level judgment, strong storytelling instincts, and the ability to translate complex business and technology topics into compelling narratives across earned, owned and shared channels. You will be responsible for writing and editing high-quality content across a wide range of channels, including but not limited to press releases, media materials, speeches, media commentary, web pages, and social media platforms. As part of the team responsible for verbal brand and external communications, this role plays a key part in supporting public relations and social media efforts by helping shape and amplify the organization's voice across external audiences. The ideal candidate brings strong communications expertise, including the ability to identify and refine key messages for targeted audiences; develop and execute communication strategies; conduct research and interviews with subject matter experts; translate complex information into clear, compelling narratives; and recommend effective communications and PR tactics. This individual is highly capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines. The role collaborates closely with the agency of record to support PR initiatives and achieve communications goals, while also partnering with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to advance brand and business objectives. Strong project management skills are essential to coordinate stakeholders, support PR campaigns, manage timelines, and ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule. If you're passionate about communications, engaging and cultivating audiences and advancing the goals of an organization, you're right for this role. Responsibilities Essential Functions: • Write content for press releases, speeches, media commentary, web and social media. • Manage our PR agency by coordinating media requests and subject matter expert interviews. • Operate autonomously and as part of a team. • Conduct research on various topics and facilitate interviews with relevant stakeholders. • Help maintain corporate image and identity-supporting crisis communications and reputation monitoring. • Manage multiple projects adhering to strict timelines. • Collaborate with cross-functional marketing teams for production and publication of various content. • Create and execute content and strategies to maximize the company's reach through social media and other online communities. • Ensure final content adheres to brand and style standards. • Contribute to brand and corporate marketing initiatives. • Adhere to and seek to improve team workflows and operations. • Analyze performance indicators and analytics to determine the effectiveness of content • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Education/Abilities/Skills: • 5-7 years of experience in communications or public relations • Experience in executing PR campaigns and managing media relations. • Strong project management and time management skills with the ability to set and adhere to deadlines as well as collaborate with multiple stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Aptitude in presentation and public speaking; ability to prepare/coach leaders at all levels within an organization. • Skilled at cross-channel collaboration (communications, web, social media, graphic design, etc.). • Experience in copywriting and editing. • Detail-oriented, highly organized. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • A creative yet practical mind, ability to turn an idea/concept into practical application. • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism or relevant field. Competencies: • Quality as job one. Considers quality a priority over simply getting things done. • Self-direction. Has self-motivation and self-initiates new assignments and challenges, seeking out influencers and the knowledge they need to achieve their goals and progress to the next level. • Fearless decision-making. Steps up and makes decisions when it's necessary and is not afraid to make a mistake to reach for innovative solutions. • Skills development. Has a strong desire to consistently improve/expand skills to become even better. Grows personally to help the team and company grow. • Desire for input. Seeks to understand what's expected, secures regular feedback for motivation and develops new ideas/ways of working. • Cool under pressure. Has confidence to calmly analyze situations and solve problems, even when the deadline is quickly approaching. Knows when to compromise and when to stand firm. • Effective people skills. Values and understands how to nurture professional relationships and build bridges to expand organizational network. Special Requirements: (List any unique requirements for the role, including travel, physical, mental or other requirements.) • In-office opportunity, reporting regularly to corporate office in Hanover, MD. • Some travel may be required The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. To view the EEO is the law posterclick here. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email hr@teksystems.com. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. City and County of San Francisco: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act City of LA: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Employment Type: OTHER